1998 Rover 600 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6.
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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 600 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Rover | Xedos |
| Model | 600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1848 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
