2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 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 208 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
