1997 Rover 600 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Rover 600.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 600 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |