2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 300 | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 95 L |