2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Rendezvous | 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |