2004 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
