1995 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 46 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
