2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
