2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |