2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | 300 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |