2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 771 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler 300 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 300 Sienna
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 2586 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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