2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 480 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |