1997 Rover 400 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 810 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 400 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
