2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Lexus ES.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus ES (298 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | ES |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
