2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 127 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | 300 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
