2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |