2005 Infiniti I vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chrysler |
| Model | I | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
