1999 Rover 400 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 12 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon 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 2011 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 400 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
