1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 95 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
