2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Frontier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
