2006 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2006 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lacetti | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
