2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler 300 2005 Honda Accord
Make Chrysler Honda
Model 300 Accord
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3516 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 347 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 16.7:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1709 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3190 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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