2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris, 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 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |