2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,882 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Ram (753 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
