2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |