2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Scion xA

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Scion xA 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) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 819 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler 300 2005 Scion xA
Make Chrysler Scion
Model 300 xA
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 108 HP
Torque 529 Nm 142 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1061 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 45 L


 

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