2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 135 L |