2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
