2008 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
