1998 Rover 400 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2000 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |