2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 330 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 996 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
