2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
