1996 Rover 220 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 220 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 220 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |