2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (328 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2935 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
