2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
