2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Holden Frontera

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Holden Frontera.

Because 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Frontera has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Frontera 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 2004 Holden Frontera
Make Chrysler Holden
Model 300 Frontera
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2710 mm


 

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