2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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 236 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
