2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Dodge Ram 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 35 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |