2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 944 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 132 L |