2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Nissan Quest were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |