2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 637 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
