2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 300 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
