2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 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 280 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 6 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 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
