2003 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman 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 44 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Statesman | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3048 mm |
