2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
