2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | ES |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
