2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | 300 | Salsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |