2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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 (340 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
