2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |