2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2003 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
