2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | Enzo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
