1998 Rover 400 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 554 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |
