2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1493 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
