2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2560 mm |
