2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 352 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
