2009 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Lexus | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
