2002 Acura MDX vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | MDX | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |