2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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 (529 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler 300 2004 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model 300 911
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5654 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 11.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 64 L


 

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