2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler 300 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model 300 Carrera GT
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5654 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 604 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 590 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 98.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1878 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 17.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 92 L


 

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