2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler 300 2009 Honda Pilot
Make Chrysler Honda
Model 300 Pilot
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 511 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1959 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 79 L


 

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