2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |