2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 19 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
