2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2003 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Opa 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 50 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Opa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
