2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Ford 49
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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 (569 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Ford 49 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | 49 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
