2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 701 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. 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 (525 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 129 L |