2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
