2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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. Both 2005 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Dodge Ram are equipped with a 5,654 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 132 L |