2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
