2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Ford 427
To start off, 2003 Ford 427 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (479 Nm). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Ford 427 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | 427 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 704 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
