2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 798 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada 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 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 58 L |
