2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |
