2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
