2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
