2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2009 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. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
