2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Explorer | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
