2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 292 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
