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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 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 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300. 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 | 2736 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
