2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
