Chrysler 300C 2015 vs Chevrolet Impala 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.6 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 296 HP | 309 HP | |
| Torque: | 353 NM | 358 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Chrysler 300C engine produces 13 HP less power than Chevrolet Impala, whereas torque is 5 NM less than Chevrolet Impala. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.2 | 10.7 | |
| Chrysler 300C consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chevrolet Impala, which means that by driving the Chrysler 300C over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 940 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
| Chrysler 300C gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chevrolet Impala) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Chrysler 300C) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 460'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Chrysler 300C engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | Used also on Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Equinox | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Chrysler 300C might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Chrysler 300C 2015 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Chrysler 300C 2015 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.04 m | 5.11 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.50 m | |
| Chrysler 300C is 7 cm shorter than the Chevrolet Impala, 5 cm wider, while the height of Chrysler 300C is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 462 litres | 532 litres | |
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Chevrolet Impala has more luggage space. Chrysler 300C has 70 litres less trunk space than the Chevrolet Impala. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Chrysler 300C is 0.4 metres less than that of the Chevrolet Impala, which means Chrysler 300C can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
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