2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 5 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 228 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
