For anyone who is more familar with these two cars, which is better, 2005 Nissan Maxima or 2005 Chrysler 300 ?

Question

I am talking about base models around 70k miles. I usually steer away from american cars but the 300 has just a bit better mpg, better saftey tests, and a longer standard warranty(not to mention the looks). The maxima has a little more powerful engine (not major deal for me) and a moonroof(which I love) and looks good. Is the maxima more reliable in the long run or the 300? (not concerned about resale value since I plan to have either car for about 4-5 years(around 20k miles a year) )

Answer 1

Go with the Nissan Maxima. Much more reliable and durable in the long run than the Chrysler. Even though American cars have come a long way as far as reliability goes, all of the automotive magazines say that they are still not at the level that Japanese cars are. Japanese cars are engineered to last longer than American cars. I have a Nissan since '02, and have never had so much as a minor problem with it.

Answer 2

Nissan will last much longer.

Answer 3

the only way to buy a chrysler is if its brand new from the dealer. they have a lifetime warranty but its void if the car changes hands. there are more nissans in the market. that means even if you have problems, the parts will be cheaper

Answer 4

05 maxima. i had a few friends with the 300 and they had major problems iwth the minor electricla problems, when it was new, such as the windows woudln't roll down, not all the doors woudl unlock. annoying stuff like that.

Answer 5

Maxima is a better car and it will hold its value.

The Chrysler is a pimp daddy car

Answer 6

id go with the Nissan