2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 126 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
