1998 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 574 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
