2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
