2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 904 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
