2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio 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 | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
