2013 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2013 Chrysler 300 and 2013 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra. 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 Sentra, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1492 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3052 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |