2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
