2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Holden Statesman. 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 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 300 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2950 mm |
