2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
