2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 511 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |