2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
