2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 244 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2007 Kia Optima. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | 300 | Optima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |