2012 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 827 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
