2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 300 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |