1998 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 200 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 200 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |