1994 Rover 100 vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, 2003 Scion xB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Scion xB weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Scion xB (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 100 | xB |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
