2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara 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 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
