2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 197 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | 300 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |