2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 948 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (322 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Wrangler | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
