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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 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 | 6064 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |