2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |