2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 6 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
