2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 287 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 71 L |