2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 263 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
