2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
