1995 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
