2001 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
