2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Land Rover LR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | 300 | LR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |