2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
