2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
