2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 8 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
