2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 545 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.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 121 L |