2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chrysler 300 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 2004 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
