2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler 300 2008 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 300 Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2736 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1384 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5220 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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