2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (208 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (526 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
