2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8

To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.

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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler 300 2005 Mazda RX-8
Make Chrysler Mazda
Model 300 RX-8
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 1311 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 190 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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