2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
