2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
