1996 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 1996 Rover 400 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
