2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1795 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |