2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
