2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2520 mm |
