2002 Acura EL vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 868 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Acura EL | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | EL | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3052 mm |