2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 741 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |