2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
