2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Mazda 6 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 34 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | 300 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |