2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 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 160 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
