2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Honda Pilot were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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 Honda Pilot, 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 300 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |