2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
