2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Volvo S60.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
