2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Camry |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |