2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 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 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
