2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler 300 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Chrysler Subaru
Model 300 Legacy
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 204 km/hour 237 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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