2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | 300 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
