2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ 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 41 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |