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Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Mustang

When comparing the Chrysler 300 to the Ford Mustang, 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, fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler 300 versus the Ford Mustang, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Chrysler 300.

Chrysler 300 versus Ford Mustang Pricing

For a new model, the Chrysler 300's price is between $35,137 and $48,736, with the Ford Mustang priced between $31,533 and $64,029.

Chrysler 300 versus Ford Mustang Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chrysler 300 is 7.7 out of 10 while the Ford Mustang's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Chrysler 300 being ranked 5 out of 8 Best Large Cars and the Ford Mustang being ranked 1 out of 14 Best Sports Cars.

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. 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 trunk space. The Ford Mustang, a sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

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.

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2023 Chrysler 300

2023 Ford Mustang

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$35,137 - $48,736

Used Asking Price:

-

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

51.3%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$31,533 - $64,029

Used Asking Price:

$30,801 - $64,775

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

21%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.4 / 10

Retained Value:

6.6 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.4 / 10

Reliability:

8.6 / 10

Retained Value:

8.2 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

4 / 8

Large Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 8
4 / 8
5 / 8
5 / 5
6 / 8

iSeeCars Rankings

1 / 14

Most Reliable Sports Cars

1 / 14
1 / 14

Sports Cars with Best Resale Value

1 / 14
1 / 6
3 / 14

Summary Review

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Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Convertible

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

C, S V6, S V8, Touring, Touring L

Trim Levels

EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

292 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.073 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

310 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.089 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

19 / 30 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

352 / 555 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.3 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

21 / 29 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

326 / 450 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Available

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

Available

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.8 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

40.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.7 inches

Cargo Space:

16.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

122.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

45.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

34.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

29 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

52.2 inches

Cargo Space:

13.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

82.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4013 lbs

Width:

75 inches

Height:

58.5 inches

Length:

198.6 inches

Wheelbase:

120 inches

Ground Clearance:

4.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3491 lbs

Width:

81.9 inches

Height:

54.3 inches

Length:

188.5 inches

Wheelbase:

107.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum

Tire Size:

P215/65R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum

Tire Size:

P235/55R17