2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 300 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
