2013 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, both 2013 Chrysler 300 and 2013 Nissan ALTIMA were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 632 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2048 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3052 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |