2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. 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 (529 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | 300 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
