2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 19 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Charger |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |