1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Rover |
| Model | Chairman | 45 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
