2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
Model | 300 | XF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2909 mm |