2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
