2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 106 L |
