2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
