2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
