2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 527 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 300 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
