2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 557 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 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Titan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
