2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 714 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler 300 2010 Chevrolet Express
Make Chrysler Chevrolet
Model 300 Express
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 505 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1959 kg 2673 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 117 L


 

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