1998 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |