2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
