2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour 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 172 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Chrysler | Smart |
| Model | 300 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
