2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
