2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Express | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |