2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |