2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback 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 186 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
