2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. 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 126 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
