2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
Model | Ram | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |