2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
