2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 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 168 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
