2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
