2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
