2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 268 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
