2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Durango | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
