2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
