2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Equinox | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
