2005 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Fit | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
