2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
