2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1406 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Express | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
