1998 Rover 400 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 2 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 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 2000 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Ignis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |