2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Express | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |