2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | 300 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |