2003 Peugeot Partner vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Peugeot Partner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot Partner | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | Partner | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
