1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sonoma | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
