2003 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
