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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
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 | 3517 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |