2006 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS-V would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (440 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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, 2006 Cadillac STS-V (584 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS-V | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS-V | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 584 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
