2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 223 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler 300 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model 300 Frontera
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6057 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1888 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2710 mm


 

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