2001 Acura TL vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | TL | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |