2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 417 kg more than 1994 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Town & Country | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
