2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |