2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2002 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |