2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
