2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1937 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
