2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 492 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
