1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
