2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 221 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
