2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 (332 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1171 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
