1998 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
