2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |
