2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 300 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 94 L |
