2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |
