2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | CC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |