2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |