2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
