2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |