1995 Rover 414i vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 208 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 414i | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 414i | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
