2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
