2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Celica. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica. 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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
