2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 849 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
