2001 Rover 25 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Rover 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
