2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
