2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder 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 187 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 62 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
