2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-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 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda FR-V 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 | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
