1993 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 661 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 Toyota Highlander (224 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
