2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chrysler |
| Model | QX56 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
