2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy 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. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Ford Galaxy. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
