2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
