2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (358 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |