2000 Rover 45 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1640 kg |
