2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | 300 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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 | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |