2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 32 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4394 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
