2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Toyota Prius 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 580 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5645 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 526 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |