2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 13 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 302 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.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | CX-7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
