2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
