Nissan Altima Hybrid vs. Chrysler 300 Review

Utility
Neither the Chrysler 300 nor the Nissan Altima Hybrid has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity. Towing is substantially more the Chrysler 300's forte than it is the Nissan's.

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Chrysler packs quite a punch and will knock the Nissan Altima Hybrid down a few rungs. On the flip side, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Chrysler 300's tank is about the same size as the Nissan's, though the Nissan's is a little larger. The Altima Hybrid and the 300 compete for the same parking spaces. The Altima Hybrid's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a more agile feel in daily traffic than the Chrysler 300.

Convenience
You'll most definitely have to take the Chrysler 300 for a fill-up more often than the Altima Hybrid because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Nissan Altima Hybrid to the dealership as the Chrysler 300. Producing a precise fuel economy evaluation is so tough that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Nissan Altima Hybrid is the winner with respect to fuel economy. Regarding gas mileage, the Nissan beats the Chrysler 300. As far as MSRP, the Chrysler 300 costs significantly more than the Nissan Altima Hybrid. The Nissan Altima Hybrid will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the Chrysler.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Chrysler 300 quite certainly handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Nissan Altima Hybrid and the Chrysler 300 have similar-sized engines, with a slight advantage to the Chrysler 300. Torque equals pickup, and the Chrysler 300 will have picked up and gone by the time the Nissan Altima Hybrid finally gets moving.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Altima Hybrid's front cabin compared to the Chrysler 300. The Chrysler 300 offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Altima Hybrid does.

Overview
The Nissan Altima Hybrid and the 300 have the same basic warranty.