2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Camry 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.

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2007 Chrysler 300 2003 Toyota Camry
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 300 Camry
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L