2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1700 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
