2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR4. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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 (569 Nm @ 480 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 300 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
