2002 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 948 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
