2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | B4000 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
