2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607.
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, 2009 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 300 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
