1995 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 800 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
