2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 510 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |