2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
