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Chrysler 300C gets 425hp for 2005

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  1. sjb509

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    It appears as though an optional 6.1L hemi will be available for the 300C next year. I wonder what it will cost, $45k?

    "SRT-8 debuts with a bigger HEMI®

    One of the hottest new cars on the road today will get an additional dose of heat as the Chrysler Group adds an enlarged version of its popular HEMI® engine to its lineup: the 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8.

    The newest addition to the Chrysler Group’s high-performance line of vehicles was revealed at the annual Pebble Beach (Calif.) Concours d’Elegance on Aug. 13. The 300C SRT-8 will feature a 6.1-liter HEMI engine that produces 425 horsepower—85 more horsepower than the 5.7-liter HEMI.

    Preliminary performance targets for the 300C SRT-8 are 0-60 mph in the low 5-second range and quarter-mile time in the high 13-second range. The vehicle will be available in the spring of 2005."
     
  2. bimmer32five

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    but it still has the same disgusting looks.
     
  3. Z0RR0

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    Here's the complete press release:

    Chrysler Adds Even More Horsepower to HEMI® with New 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8

    Additional 85 horses - 25 percent more power - builds more momentum for HEMI® and Chrysler 300

    Chrysler reveals 425-horsepower Chrysler 300C SRT-8, powered by new 6.1-liter HEMI V-8



    Pebble Beach, Calif., Aug 13, 2004 - With 85 more horses under the hood, the momentum continues for the Chrysler 300 and its legendary HEMI® engine. Today, the Chrysler Group revealed the 425-horsepower 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8, which arrives in showrooms next spring.

    "With a nearly 50 percent take rate, the HEMI is a critical ingredient to the success of the Chrysler 300," said Dan Knott, Director - Street and Racing Technology (SRT). "With the new 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8, we are now adding even more horsepower to the HEMI and even more performance to the Chrysler 300C"

    Preliminary performance targets for the 300C SRT-8 are 0-60 mph in the low 5-second range and quarter-mile time in the high13-second range.

    Powertrain

    The 425-horsepower, normally aspirated 6.1-liter HEMI is the highest specific-output engine ever offered by the Chrysler Group. Its 69.8 horsepower-per-liter rating exceeds even that of the legendary 1966 "Street HEMI." Torque is rated at 420 lb.-ft.

    Although the Chrysler HEMI was born in the 1950s and entered into legend in the 1960s and '70s, today's version took much of its inspiration from the original - particularly the namesake hemispherical combustion chambers that provide power and efficiency.

    When SRT set out to develop a more powerful HEMI for the Chrysler 300C SRT-8, they were mindful of the engine's heritage, which led to adopting traditional HEMI engine cues, such as an orange-painted cylinder block and black valve covers.

    The SRT powertrain engineers who developed the Chrysler 300C SRT-8's engine achieved more horsepower by adding more cubic inches, increasing the compression ratio, redesigning the cylinder head intake and exhaust systems for increased flow, and increasing engine speed.

    To get more displacement, SRT engineers bored out the diameter of the cylinders in the Chrysler 300C SRT-8's HEMI by 3.5 millimeters each, to increase the total displacement to 6.1 liters from 5.7 liters. Compression ratio was also increased to 10.3:1 from 9.6:1, unleashing more energy in the combustion process.

    Engine breathing was increased with new high-flow cylinder heads, a specially designed intake manifold, and exhaust "headers" with individual tubes encased in a stainless steel shell, all unique to the 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8's 6.1-liter HEMI engine. Larger diameter valves and reshaped cylinder ports in the heads allow for maximized air flow. The intake manifold was designed with larger diameter runners for higher-speed tuning. Exhaust is routed through a larger-diameter (2.75-inch vs. 2.5-inch) exhaust system with 3.5-inch chrome tips.

    Performance-oriented camshaft profiles were developed to balance total vehicle requirements, simultaneously allowing more air in and out of cylinders. This increases performance and manages a higher engine speed, which is another method to increase horsepower. SRT engineers increased the HEMI's peak engine speed nearly 15 percent, to 6,200 revolutions power minute (rpm) from 5,400 rpm. Intake and exhaust valve stems are hollow, and the exhaust valve stems are filled with sodium to help dissipate heat more efficiently.

    The high-performance 6.1-liter HEMI is further strengthened with a host of redesigned components, including a reinforced engine block with increased coolant flow, forged steel crankshaft, high-strength powdered-metal connecting rods, floating-pin pistons (cooled by oil squirters), and an oil pan modified for reduced oil foaming.

    The 6.1-liter HEMI's power is channeled through an A580 five-speed automatic transmission with specially calibrated AutoStick® driver-selectable range control, which offers fully automatic or manual shifting selection. A heavy-duty four-flange prop shaft sends the torque from the transmission to an upgraded differential and axles.

    Ride and Handling

    The Chrysler 300C SRT-8 is conditioned for outstanding ride and handling across the dynamic range that customers are likely to experience.

    Chassis setup for the Chrysler 300C SRT-8 is aimed at all-around performance with a number of enhancements, including tuned dampers, specially tailored spring rates and suspension bushings and larger-diameter anti-sway bars. New front and rear suspension knuckles contribute to a ride height lowered one-half inch from the Chrysler 300C. And, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) has been specially tuned for the SRT-8's performance handling characteristics.

    The Chrysler 300C SRT-8 connects with the road via a new wheel and tire assembly consisting of 20-inch forged aluminum wheels shod with high-performance Goodyear F1 three-season tires (four-season tires are an available option) with asymmetrical tread. Tire dimensions are a beefy 245/45/20 in the front, and 255/45/20 in the rear.

    Braking performance goes hand-in-hand with the new Chrysler 300C SRT-8's outstanding accelerating and speed - and the braking system was specially designed to slow and stop the car safely and predictably. At the same time, this system was designed to provide benchmark braking performance, setting a new standard for sedans in its class.

    All four wheels feature stout performance calipers developed by Brembo - well-known in racing and high-performance circles - equipped with four pistons for even comparing performance. Up front, the Chrysler 300C SRT-8 has 360 x 32mm vented rotors, with 350 x 26mm vented rotors in the rear.

    Design

    Befitting its high-performance character, the new 2005 Chrysler 300C SRT-8 exterior styling is a sophisticated treatment that resonates with the Chrysler brand's premium character.

    Modified front and rear fascias help direct air flow, particularly through unique ducts that help cool the brakes. In addition, a specially designed rear deck spoiler, while refined in appearance, is also functional - increasing rear downforce by 39 percent without increasing drag.

    Other unique touches to the Chrysler 300C SRT-8's exterior include body-color front and rear bumper inserts, body-color grille insert with chrome collar, body-color mirrors and door handles, and unique SRT badging.

    Two exterior colors are available: Bright Silver and Brilliant Black.

    Safety and Security Features

    Following are safety and security features available on the Chrysler 300C SRT-8:

    Advanced Multi-Stage Air Bag System: Inflates with a force appropriate to the severity of the impact. Includes Occupant Classification System (OCS)
    Anti-lock Brake System: Electronic sensors that help prevent wheel lockup. The optional ABS system offers improved steering control under extreme braking and/or slippery conditions
    Electronic Stability Program (ESP): This available feature aids the driver in maintaining vehicle directional stability, providing oversteer and understeer control to maintain vehicle behavior on various road surfaces
    Energy-Absorbing Steering Column: Manual-adjust telescoping steering column includes two hydroformed coaxial tubes that move relative to each other, which allows the column to move forward and provide more energy absorption during an impact
    High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting: This available feature provides 70 percent more light to increase driver visibility, using XENON bulb technology
    Occupant Classification System (OCS): The OCS measures the conditions for activation or deactivation of the passenger-side front air bag based upon the weight of the occupant
    Rear Park Assist: This available ultrasonic rear obstacle detection system signals through an audible warning and a rear overhead display to avoid potential collisions
    Street and Racing Technology
    Street and Racing Technology creates some of Chrysler Group's most distinctive, performance-oriented products.

    SRT has developed six vehicles, each of which is the performance leader in its class - the Dodge Viper SRT-10, Dodge SRT-4, Dodge Ram SRT-10, Dodge Ram SRT-10 Quad Cab and Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe and Roadster.


    And I uploaded the pictures on imagestation:
    http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4285911283


    Neat car. I like.
     
  4. C. Losito

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    2006 should see the return of the Dodge Charger, for those who don't like the looks of the 300C. You'll be able to get it with both the 5.7 and 6.1L Hemi engines in addition to at least one V6.
     
  5. 6.0 se

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    Yes Chris, very true. And that new Hemi power will find its way into MANY of Chrysler's offerings. Good work Daimler/Chrysler!! Keep the power coming.
     
  6. Dr.Bleed

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    Actually from what I'v heard, the Charger is scheduled to make it debut in spring of next year. (They need that as the replacement for the Intrepid)

    Dad's a tooling engineer for DC and gets to sit in on alot of meetings. He works at one of the auto tranny plants and says they get alot of prototype cars that come through for testing. He said about a month ago the tech guys did some testing on the extended cab SRT-10 Ram. They also had, what he said, looked like a 300C with a bunch of cladding on it (perhaps that was the SRT-8 300C?)

    Anyway sounds like a lot of good stuff comming out of Chrysler and if they offer an SRT-8 Charger within the next couple of years... I might have to take a break from the Mustang bussiness for awhile. :D
     
  7. scycle2020

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    but its still ugly... that syling will dated in 1 year or less... very tacky...pseudo bentley...the viper in the best looking car in chrysler group stable by far
     
  8. Dr.Bleed

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    Looks are subjective... I, along with a majority of other americans, think that the 300C is a very sharp car. It's deffinatly a change from the ordinary mid sized, seemingly, Toyota Corolla look alikes that these manufacturers have been producing since the early 1980's, aside from the fact it's actually a RWD car, something that cars in it's class havent been able to say in a good 20 to 25 years.

    In 2004 Chrysler was slated to have a very slow year, but with the release of the Magnum and the 300C Chrysler has experienced one of its best years in over 30 years, to blow the critics out of the water.

    I mean I cant argue with opinion, but to say the 300C design will be stale within one year is a bit much...
     
  9. Auraraptor

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    Looks to me that the late 60s are back...with the Imports also participating.
     
  10. tbakowsky

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    And you gotta spend how much to get a 400hp Ferrari?
     
  11. scycle2020

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    i actually rented one recently in colorado.... it was a very nice ride... hopefully it will hold up better than some of the recent chrylser products... but look at the pt crusier, the old caddy seville, even the magnum... very different and cool looking designs but again , in a few years,,,, maybe more than 1 year, they invariably look dated.... i actually liked the car..
     
  12. C. Losito

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    It's funny that you should mention the PT Cruiser. I also heard no more than 2 years before the styling would be outdated, and look what happened? People loved it, they wanted a convertible, now they got it and they still love it! I'm thinking things look very good for Chrysler.
     
  13. ty (360mode)

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    my neighbor is an exec w/ daimlerchrysler and i drove his PR 300C w/ the hemi. i was VERY impressed. of course the looks of it are subjective but it drives every bit as nice as the E500. much tighther and solid than i would ever have expected from chrysler, esp a car that "looks" so bulky and heavy. they are doing good things w/ all the MB hand me downs.
     

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