2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300.
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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
