2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 798 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Impala | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |