2002 Porsche 996 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 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), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 280 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 996 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
