2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 475 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 300 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
