2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.

Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler 300 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model 300 Phaeton
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 340 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 2315 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5179 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1903 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1901 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3001 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km


 

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