1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
