2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 8 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 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-280 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | I-280 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1394 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
