2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
