2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 281 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 New Beetle | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |