1998 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2010 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 400 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
