2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | 300 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
