2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
