1993 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 505 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
