2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
