1996 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 14 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 443 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
