2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2370 mm |
