2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Subaru Outback 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Outback | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
