2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (455 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
