2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 182 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | 300 | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
