2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2013 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX 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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2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RSX | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |