2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO

To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (355 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 DURANGO
Make Chrysler Dodge
Model 300 DURANGO
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5150 RPM 5150 RPM
Torque 527 Nm 529 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1873 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2172 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1801 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3042 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 16.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 93 L