1998 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 10 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 656 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 200 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
