2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
