2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (358 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
Model | S-Type | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |