2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer 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 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
