2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
