2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 838 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
