1998 Rover 600 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 600. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 600 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1848 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |