2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 283 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 03-Sep | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Saab | Chrysler |
| Model | 03-Sep | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
