2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
