2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape 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 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |