1994 Rover 200 vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
