2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 25 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
