2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 685 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
