1997 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 9 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2006 Saturn ION has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn ION will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 400 | ION |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
