1998 Rover 200 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 915 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3350 mm |
