2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1214 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 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Q7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
