2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 265 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.

Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 300 Land Cruiser
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6057 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 103 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.4:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1888 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 87 L


 

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