2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 836 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5645 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |