2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 750 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 300 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3571 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
