2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 318 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
