1997 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 880 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 800 | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 800 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3001 mm |