2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
