2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
