2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
