2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler 300 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
