2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 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 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa 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 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
