1996 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 840 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Rover | Jaguar |
Model | 200 | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3157 mm |