1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
