2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (530 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
