2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (189 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
