2010 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Quest | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Quest | 300 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
