1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 15 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 460 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
