2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
