Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8

Chrysler 300C 2004 6.1 petrol description

Sedan Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 has been produced from January, 2006 to January, 2011. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 6.1 litres, which produces power of 425 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Chrysler 300C 2004 - 2011 version and torque 570 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Chrysler 300C 6.1 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.7 litres.

Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 265 km/h.

Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 fuel consumption is 14 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 21 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 71 litres or 18.76 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 500 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Chrysler real everyday fuel consumption is 15.6 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Chrysler 300C fuel consumption.

Chrysler 300C 2004

Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 technical data

Model: Chrysler 300C HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2006. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 6059 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 330 g/km
Power: 425 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 570 NM ON 4800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 265 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 14.0 (combined) 21.0 (urban) 9.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 15.6 l/100km (15.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 71 litres (18.8 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.02m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 12 meters
Ground clearance: 143 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 504 litres
Trunk max capacity: 504 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2355 kg

Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 engine ESF

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 6059 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 103 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90.9 mm
Compression ratio 10.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.7 litres (7.1 quarts)
Power 425 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 570 NM ON 4800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Jeep Grand Cherokee

All Chrysler 300C sedan [2004 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
Chrysler 300C 2004 2.7 V6 Jun 2004 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.7 Petrol 193 HP 11.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Chrysler 300C 2005 3.0 CRD Oct 2005 — Jan 2011 3.0 Diesel 218 HP 8.1 l/100km Rear wheel
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 Jun 2004 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.5 Petrol 253 HP 11.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Chrysler 300C 2004 3.5 V6 4x4 Jan 2004 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

3.5 Petrol 253 HP - All wheel
Chrysler 300C 2004 HEMI 5.7 V8 Jun 2004 — Jan 2011 5.7 Petrol 340 HP 12.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Chrysler 300C 2005 HEMI 5.7 V8 AWD Jan 2005 — Jan 2011 5.7 Petrol 340 HP 12.1 l/100km All wheel
Chrysler 300C 2006 HEMI 6.1 V8 SRT-8 Jan 2006 — Jan 2011

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5 seconds

6.1 Petrol 425 HP 14.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Chrysler 300C 2004 reviews
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