2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 311 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
