2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 25, 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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25. 2003 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Chairman | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Rover |
| Model | Chairman | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
