2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (424 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
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 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
Model | 300 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |