2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (362 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Falcon. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
