2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 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) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | 300 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
