2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
