2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
