1996 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 505 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, 2008 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
