2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |