2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 932 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
Model | 300 | 62 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |