2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Pride Wagon | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3048 mm |
