2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 372 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 JOURNEY (353 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
