2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 2007 Jeep Wrangler
Make Chrysler Jeep
Model 300 Wrangler
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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