2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | 300 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 58 L |
