2001 Ford EX vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (363 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | EX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
