2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1996 Tata E220 has manual transmission. 1996 Tata E220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | 300 | E220 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2810 mm |
