1996 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 546 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
