2000 Audi TT vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 2000 Audi TT (245 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
