2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 264 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | 300 | DTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2936 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 | 68 L |
