1998 Rover 400 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |