2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1631 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 167 L |