1996 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 200 | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |