2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 139 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.
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 Toyota 4Runner, 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1844 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |