2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 170 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
