2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,645 cc (8 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 425 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Chrysler 300 (526 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model 300 Legacy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5645 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Torque 526 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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