1998 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
