2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Toyota Previa. 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 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
