2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | 300 | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |