1994 Rover 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 269 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2604 mm |
