1999 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 659 kg more than 1999 Rover 400. 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, 2010 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 400 | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
