2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (258 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
