2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
