2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Accord | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
