1998 Rover 400 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 7 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 2,458 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 273 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 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (225 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 400 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
