2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
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, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
