2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta 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 233 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Delta 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 | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
