2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (358 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 787 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
