2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 518 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Durango. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2138 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |