2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 264 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. 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 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | 300 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2260 mm |
