2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | C | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
