2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |