2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 621 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | GMC | Chrysler |
Model | Envoy | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |