1997 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 14 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT 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, 2011 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Rover | Lexus |
| Model | 400 | CT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2601 mm |
