1996 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 11 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1139 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
