2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
