2006 Chrysler 300 loaded vs 2008 ford fusion?

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I hve the choice of buying one of these cars. Both are used and both run great. They are both company cars from my dads work so they were both maintenanced well. I like both but I'm leaning towards the Chrysler. It's loaded and super nice. I'm not sure tho. The fusion is a very reliable car but definitely not a chrysler 300. Although it is fwd so that would help in the winter. Give me ur thoughts. I am in high school so I don't drive all over the place. Both get the same gas mpg- 20 mpg.
 
Like so many people... stuck between what you want... and what you think would be practical.
You clearly want the 300 - so get it.
The fusion is probably more reliable and if you're gonna keep it for more than 3-5 years, the Fusion will be easier/cheaper to get parts for (given that the 300 uses Mercedes and Chrysler parts which are going to become expense as Chrysler transitions to Fiat).

The 300 is a great car, decent reliability, very safe, and cool. Either one is a good choice, and since you spend so much time in your car, worrying about your car, paying for your car... (and take this advice for the rest of your car buying days) BUY A CAR YOU LOVE. Even if the car proves to have some troubles, if you love it, you won't care (unless it's a total lemon - then dump it). But these days, 95% of cars made today are really very good and very reliable. Just maintain it.

Everyone asks me "what should I buy" after years of trying to convince people to get the "right" car for them, what I have found is that people are happiest when they get what they think will make them feel good.

So get the 300. What's the worst that could happen?
 
Like so many people... stuck between what you want... and what you think would be practical.
You clearly want the 300 - so get it.
The fusion is probably more reliable and if you're gonna keep it for more than 3-5 years, the Fusion will be easier/cheaper to get parts for (given that the 300 uses Mercedes and Chrysler parts which are going to become expense as Chrysler transitions to Fiat).

The 300 is a great car, decent reliability, very safe, and cool. Either one is a good choice, and since you spend so much time in your car, worrying about your car, paying for your car... (and take this advice for the rest of your car buying days) BUY A CAR YOU LOVE. Even if the car proves to have some troubles, if you love it, you won't care (unless it's a total lemon - then dump it). But these days, 95% of cars made today are really very good and very reliable. Just maintain it.

Everyone asks me "what should I buy" after years of trying to convince people to get the "right" car for them, what I have found is that people are happiest when they get what they think will make them feel good.

So get the 300. What's the worst that could happen?
 
I have had (2) Chrysler 300's - a M, and now a Touring - I love them both. I got better mileage than 20 - more like 26/34. A neighbor, who works at Chrysler, gave me a heads up on the touring - don't drive through deep puddles/flooded roads fast - the water gets sucked up into the engine and can destroy it. A friend who has a 300 also told me to keep an eye on the battery, which is actually in the trunk under the spare tire - his leaked and he didn't know about it - and well you can imagine the damage once the problem was discovered. I've owned Fords too, long ago - actually owned a SHO for 1 day (it started smoking an hour after I left the lot!) - so, I'll take a Chrysler personally.
 
Well, your instincts were right. The Chrysler 300C is the way to go. The Chrysler 300C is more reliable than you may think. The 2006 Chrysler 300C was rated 4 stars out of 5 for reliability from JD Power Auto. Also, Automobile Magazine awarded the Chrysler 300C number 11 Best Buy for Used Cars Buyers. The only problem is that there were transmission issues and electronic problems so get this car inspected anyways. This car is so roomy and surprisingly the handling is quite good. This car is under the Full Size Car category unlike the Ford Fusion. The acceleration is pretty good but not in the 2.7L model. I would get the 300C you won't find the attributes of the 300C in a Ford Fusion.

Chrysler's award-winning 300 sedan has sparked a revolution in the auto industry. Roomy, rear-wheel drive V8-powered family sedans were all but extinct before the 300 came along, abandoned for larger, gas-thirsty SUVs. The 300 has reversed this trend by providing ground-breaking styling, amazingly agile handling and the option of a genuine Hemi V8. With prices starting in the mid-twenties, the 300 is capable of competing with a number of established sedans, both foreign and domestic. Best of all, the 300 platform has spawned more innovative designs, including the Dodge Magnum wagon and the Dodge Charger.

Standard features on the Chrysler 300 are numerous, and they include 17-inch wheels and tires; AM/FM/CD stereo with an auxiliary audio input jack and four speakers; driver and passenger adjustable lumbar support; driver-side one-touch-down power windows; power eight-way driver’s seat; power four-wheel disc brakes; rear 60/40 split seat with armrest and cup holder; remote keyless/illuminated entry; Sentry Key engine immobilizer system, solar control window glass, and cruise control. The 300 Touring model adds stability control, traction control, four-wheel ABS with Brake Assist, body-color heated mirrors, fog lamps, and leather trim on the seats, steering wheel, and shift knob. The Limited package adds 17-inch chrome alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, driver and passenger one-touch up/down power front windows, dual zone climate control, Electronic Vehicle Information Center, and HomeLink universal transceiver. The Limited also comes with heated front seats, power eight-way front passenger seat, six-speaker audio system, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.

Opting for the 300C adds 18-inch chrome alloy wheels, Boston Acoustics audio system with six speakers and a 276-watt digital amplifier, dual bright exhaust tips, power tilt/telescoping steering column, premium leather trim, halogen headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, tortoise shell-style interior accents, and memory for the driver’s seat, steering column position, and pedals. The 300C SRT8 offers power-adjustable sport seats up front, fitted with performance suede inserts and heat and memory functions. The steering wheel, shifter, and door pulls are covered with "technical" leather trim, and there’s a special finish on the steering wheel, door pulls, door trim, and center stack.
 
Well, your instincts were right. The Chrysler 300C is the way to go. The Chrysler 300C is more reliable than you may think. The 2006 Chrysler 300C was rated 4 stars out of 5 for reliability from JD Power Auto. Also, Automobile Magazine awarded the Chrysler 300C number 11 Best Buy for Used Cars Buyers. The only problem is that there were transmission issues and electronic problems so get this car inspected anyways. This car is so roomy and surprisingly the handling is quite good. This car is under the Full Size Car category unlike the Ford Fusion. The acceleration is pretty good but not in the 2.7L model. I would get the 300C you won't find the attributes of the 300C in a Ford Fusion.

Chrysler's award-winning 300 sedan has sparked a revolution in the auto industry. Roomy, rear-wheel drive V8-powered family sedans were all but extinct before the 300 came along, abandoned for larger, gas-thirsty SUVs. The 300 has reversed this trend by providing ground-breaking styling, amazingly agile handling and the option of a genuine Hemi V8. With prices starting in the mid-twenties, the 300 is capable of competing with a number of established sedans, both foreign and domestic. Best of all, the 300 platform has spawned more innovative designs, including the Dodge Magnum wagon and the Dodge Charger.

Standard features on the Chrysler 300 are numerous, and they include 17-inch wheels and tires; AM/FM/CD stereo with an auxiliary audio input jack and four speakers; driver and passenger adjustable lumbar support; driver-side one-touch-down power windows; power eight-way driver’s seat; power four-wheel disc brakes; rear 60/40 split seat with armrest and cup holder; remote keyless/illuminated entry; Sentry Key engine immobilizer system, solar control window glass, and cruise control. The 300 Touring model adds stability control, traction control, four-wheel ABS with Brake Assist, body-color heated mirrors, fog lamps, and leather trim on the seats, steering wheel, and shift knob. The Limited package adds 17-inch chrome alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, driver and passenger one-touch up/down power front windows, dual zone climate control, Electronic Vehicle Information Center, and HomeLink universal transceiver. The Limited also comes with heated front seats, power eight-way front passenger seat, six-speaker audio system, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls.

Opting for the 300C adds 18-inch chrome alloy wheels, Boston Acoustics audio system with six speakers and a 276-watt digital amplifier, dual bright exhaust tips, power tilt/telescoping steering column, premium leather trim, halogen headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, tortoise shell-style interior accents, and memory for the driver’s seat, steering column position, and pedals. The 300C SRT8 offers power-adjustable sport seats up front, fitted with performance suede inserts and heat and memory functions. The steering wheel, shifter, and door pulls are covered with "technical" leather trim, and there’s a special finish on the steering wheel, door pulls, door trim, and center stack.
 
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