2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cavalier | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
