2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Quest | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
