2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
