2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 232 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.

Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler 300 2006 Mazda DrifterX
Make Chrysler Mazda
Model 300 DrifterX
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5652 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 21.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 80 L


 

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