2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 658 kg more than 1995 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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1206 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
