2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
