2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 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 171 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2353 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
