2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | 300 | 300 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |