2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1390 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3490 mm |
