1997 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
