2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Acura RSX
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Acura RSX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Acura RSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | RSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
