2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 772 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6057 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
