2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 300 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2650 mm |
