1998 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 15 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 500 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |
