2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 GMC Savana

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.

Because 2009 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300, 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler 300 2009 GMC Savana
Make Chrysler GMC
Model 300 Savana
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5645 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 2550 kg