2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | 300 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |