2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |