1997 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 14 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 608 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 200 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
