2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | E | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
