2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
