2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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 145 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | 300 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
