2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 (258 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
