2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2002 Chrysler LHS. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | LHS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
