2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
