2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 97 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |