2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |