2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (258 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
