2002 Acura CL vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | CL | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |