2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (110 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz.
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, 1997 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
