1998 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |