2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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 (353 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Mustang | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
