2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
