2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
