2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 4806 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 | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
