1994 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
