2003 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura NSX | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | NSX | 300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |