2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
