2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 428 kg more than 2004 Chrysler 300.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler 300 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chrysler Volkswagen
Model 300 Touareg
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6057 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1888 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 100 L


 

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