2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |
