2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Toyota Camry 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 Camry, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |