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 57 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 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 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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 | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
