2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 5 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
