1993 Rover 200 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
