2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
