2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
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 Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 300 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |