1997 Rover 200 vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
