1997 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 13 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Scenic weights approximately 140 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, 2010 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Rover | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
