2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 106 L |