2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Grand Scenic | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
