1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3050 mm |
