2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 76 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | 300 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |