2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Challenger | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
Model | Challenger | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |