2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
