2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | 300 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
