1995 Rover 200 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 776 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 200 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Rover | SsangYong |
Model | 200 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |