2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
