2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
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 Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
