2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
