2005 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
