2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 196 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 795 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 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |