2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 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 63 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | 300 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
