2006 Audi TT vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
