2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 64 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1942 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
