2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | 300 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |