1998 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition 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 2013 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2013 Ford Expedition 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3023 mm |
