2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 482 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sportage | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
