2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 3 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
