1997 Rover 200 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 430 kg more than 1997 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
