2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
