1998 Rover 400 vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 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) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| 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 | 76 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
