2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996. 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
