2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | 300 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |