2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 91 L |