1997 Rover 800 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 1997 Rover 800 and 1997 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caddy. 1997 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 800 | 1997 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 800 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |