2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |