2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 133 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
