1996 Rover 220 vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 220 | Reno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
