2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
