2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Ford GT
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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
