2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 4 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS-V | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
