2004 Rover 45 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 45 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
