2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | 407 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
