1995 Rover 200 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
