1999 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 200 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
