2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |