2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler 300 and 2004 Vauxhall VX220 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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 (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler 300 2004 Vauxhall VX220
Make Chrysler Vauxhall
Model 300 VX220
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3523 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 219 km/hour 249 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 36 L


 

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