2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition 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 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 482 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
