2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
