2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
