2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (376 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. 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 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 89 L |
