2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Lexus RX 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
