2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
