2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
