2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Peugeot Partner, 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 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot Partner 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.

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2008 Chrysler 300 2008 Peugeot Partner
Make Chrysler Peugeot
Model 300 Partner
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 1867 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 142 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 16.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L