2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 129 L |