2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 11 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 373 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
