2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Mustang 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |