1997 Rover 200 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 297 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
