2003 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
