2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | G |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |