2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 300 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
