2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante. 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 (332 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2230 mm |
