1997 Rover 200 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 16 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), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 200 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| 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 | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
