1996 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 325 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (335 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2009 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
