1996 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1799 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 800 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 800 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 1973 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2919 mm |