2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | 300 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
