2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
