2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Compass | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Compass | 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |