2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lincoln MKS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | 300 | MKS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
