2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 86 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
