1998 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 200 | tC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
