2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
Model | 350Z | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 534 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |