1955 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (334 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5425 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
