2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Volvo S40 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 77 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | 300 | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |