2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | 300 | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 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 | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |