2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 (332 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
