2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | 300 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 110 L |
