2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
