2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
