2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
