1998 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 200 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
