2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | 300 | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |