2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 5 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 440 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 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sonoma | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
