Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Mustang

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chrysler 300 and Ford Mustang contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chrysler 300 and the Ford Mustang.

In comparing the Chrysler 300's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler 300's and the Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Chrysler 300.

Pricing: A used 2023 Chrysler 300 ranges from $23,706 to $50,167 while a used 2023 Ford Mustang is priced between $22,997 to $54,993. For a new model, the Chrysler 300's price is between $32,984 and $50,513, with the Ford Mustang priced between $31,205 and $64,540.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chrysler 300 loses 52.7 percent of its value and the Ford Mustang loses 28.7 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang retains 24 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chrysler 300.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.4 out of 10 while the Ford Mustang's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Chrysler 300 being ranked 6 out of 7 Best Large Cars and the Ford Mustang being ranked 2 out of 14 Best Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.5 out of 10. For the Ford Mustang the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Ford Mustang a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chrysler 300.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chrysler 300’s base engine makes 292 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang base engine makes 310 horsepower. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles.This gives the Ford Mustang the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chrysler 300 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Chrysler 300, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Mustang has higher safety ratings than the Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.