2003 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3050 mm |
