2011 Chrysler 200 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200.
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 Chrysler 200, 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 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 200 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 200 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4948 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
