1996 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 514 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2013 Kia Sorento 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. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
