2001 Acura RL vs. 2002 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2002 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 Chrysler 300.
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, 2002 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2002 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
