1999 Rover 200 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200. 2012 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 200 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Rover | GMC |
| Model | 200 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3020 mm |
