1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chrysler |
| Model | Euro 1 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1471 mm |
