2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |