2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
