2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
