2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Lexus LS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 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 | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
