2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. 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 200 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |