2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
