2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 607 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 87 L |
