2001 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2001 Acura NSX. 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 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2001 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3050 mm |
