1995 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 797 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
