2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 373 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
