2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 98 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
