2005 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 695 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Aurora | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
