2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
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 Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5645 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |