2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 762 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 300 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
