2004 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Corolla | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
