2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | F-250 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3048 mm |
