1998 Rover 200 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 318 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
