2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 155 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1811 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |