1998 Rover 400 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1413 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 2010 GMC Yukon 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 2010 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Rover 400 2010 GMC Yukon
Make Rover GMC
Model 400 Yukon
Year Released 1998 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1394 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 2533 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1956 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2946 mm