2011 Chrysler 200 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300

To start off, both 2011 Chrysler 200 and 2011 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2011 Chrysler 200 and 2011 Chrysler 300 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200.

Because 2011 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 2011 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, both vehicles can yield 352 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chrysler 200 2011 Chrysler 300
Make Chrysler Chrysler
Model 200 300
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Flex Fuel
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 5044 mm
Vehicle Width 1842 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1471 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2766 mm 3053 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 72 L


 

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