2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 629 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
