2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
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 F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 132 L |
