2003 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 45 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 45 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Rover | Chrysler |
Model | 45 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |