2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Proton Satria
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Proton Satria were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Proton Satria. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Satria.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Proton Satria, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Proton |
| Model | 300 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |
