2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | 300 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
