2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
