1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 366 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Tahoe | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 510 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |