2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
