2007 Hyundai H100 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 9 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 2007 Hyundai H100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai H100 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | H100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
