2001 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
