2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
