2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | 300 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
