2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus 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 207 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
