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Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chrysler 300 than the Subaru WRX STI.
The Subaru WRX STI will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Chrysler 300.
Convenience
With the Chrysler 300 you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Subaru WRX STI, due to its larger tank size and better fuel economy.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Chrysler 300 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru WRX STI.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Destination Charge for the Chrysler 300 is much higher than that for the Subaru WRX STI.
Dimensions
Since the Chrysler 300 is much wider than the Subaru WRX STI, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Chrysler 300, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru WRX STI.
Drivetrain
With its lower torque, the Chrysler 300 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Subaru WRX STI.
Handling
The Chrysler 300 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru WRX STI, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
The Chrysler 300 has less horsepower than the Subaru WRX STI, so it will probably be somewhat slower.
Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chrysler 300 and the Subaru WRX STI.
With its significantly greater cargo capacity, the Chrysler 300 will be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru WRX STI.
Warranty
You'll have greater peace of mind with the more generous basic warranty of the Chrysler 300 than that of the Subaru WRX STI.
Compare the 2016 Chrysler 300 and the 2016 Subaru WRX STI. 
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2016 Chrysler
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2016 Subaru
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| Cash Back Rebate: | Up to $500 | Visit Rebate Center |
| Low APR Loan: | As low as 0.00% | As low as 2.90% |
| Lease Incentive: | As low as 0.46% | As low as 2.28% |
| City MPG: | 18 - 19 | 17 |
| Highway MPG: | 27 - 31 | -- |
| Engine(s): | V-6 | Horizontal |
| Seating Capacity: | 5 - 5 | 5 - 5 |
| Basic Warranty: | 3 years/36,000 miles 4 years/150,000 miles | 3 years/36,000 miles |
Overall Safety Rating 
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| Side Crash Rating
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| Invoice*: | $31,650 - $36,754 | $32,820 - $37,750 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
Monthly Trend for:
2016 Chrysler 300
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2016 Subaru WRX STI
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
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