2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | Cayenne | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
