2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (258 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
