2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | 300 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
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 | 425 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |