1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
