2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Durango | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
