2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TSO. (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TSO. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Marcos |
| Model | 300 | TSO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2290 mm |
