1994 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 413 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
