2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |