2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 84 L |
