2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | SLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 317 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
