2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
