2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 300 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
