2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
