2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Opel Astra 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
