2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1993 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Lexus LS.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 1993 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | 300 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |