1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
