2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 41 L |
