2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | 300 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
