2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Mustang | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |