2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
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 TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 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 TE-50 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford TE-50 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 TE-50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | TE-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
